Why choose this Faro tour ?
One week walking tour based in Tavira
Tavira is an ancient Moorish town that has retained its unique character and heritage. The town extends along the banks of the Gilao River and is a delightful mix of traditional Portuguese architecture with deep-rooted Moorish influences.
It is arguably the Algarve’s prettiest town, and exudes an authentic Portuguese charm. A true joy to explore with its plethora of historic buildings and decorative churches, all of which are set around charming plazas and pretty cobbled streets.
Layers of history can be seen, from Phoenician excavations through Islamic-decorated doorways to Renaissance and Baroque flourishes. However, it is the colours that hit you: crisp white walls, vivid azulejo tiles, fiery-red pantiles.
Our walks take us to Tavira Island in the Natural Park, taking in one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and to pretty coastal villages such as Santa Luzia, Cabanas and Cacela Velha.
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What makes Tavira: The Amazing East Algarve a unique experience ?
DAY 1 – Arrival
Meet & Greet at the Hotel on arrival – 18h00
If time allows, an introductory walk will be offered
Day 2 – Zimbral Walk
Wonderful countryside walk through open rolling hillsides. Spectacular views allow a remarkable appreciation of the inland Algarve. We walk through picturesque villages and descend to finish in a low fertile valley full of orange orchards and small holdings.
Ascent/Descent: 200/400m | Approx Km: 15 km | Approx Time: 05h00
DAY 3 – Santa Luzia and Tavira Island Walk
Our walk takes us through Tavira’s saltpans, which until today use old-centuries traditional methods to extract high quality salt, used by renowned celebrity chefs.
We take a relaxing break in the fishing village of Santa Luzia with its attractive waterfront. From here, we walk along Tavira Island’s beach regarded by many as one of the finest in the world with its vast stretches of golden sand and sparkling blue waters.
Ascent/Descent: 300m | Approx Km: 15 km | Approx Time: 04h00
DAY 4 – Free day
This is an ideal opportunity to relax and enjoy the attractions of Tavira and surroundings. You can walk/tour independently, or visit local places of interest. From Tavira there is a wide variety of sightseeing available (we can advise and/or recommend options according to your interests). On free time, keen bird-watchers may wish to visit Castro Marim in the fens and marshes of the “Reserva Natural do Sapal”, famous for their flamingos, or enjoy other local sightseeing tours.
DAY 5 – Manta Rota to Cabanas Walk
A classic coastal walk following the inner shoreline and visiting the iconic village of Cacela Velha, the only cliff of the East Algarve, from where you’ll enjoy amazing vistas of the Ria Formosa and the Ocean. In Cabanas we’ll stop for a well-earned rest in one of the many cafés lining this spectacular waterfront. From here we will return to Tavira.
Ascent/Descent: minimal | Approx Km: 9,5 km | Approx Time: 02h30
DAY 6 – Santa Catarina Cerâmica walk
An inland walk through one of most beautiful and interesting valleys in the Algarve. Santa Catarina is one of the centres for the production of carob, almond, fig, olive oil and medronho (traditional firewater) and the surrounding countryside where we’ll walk through reflects this. We will also pass along artisanal brick and tile workshops, which use the high-quality clay of this region since the Roman era to produce the renowned Santa Catarina tiles.
Ascent/Descent: 200/300m | Approx Km: 12,5 km | Approx Time: 03h30
DAY 7 – Fuzeta to Tavira Walk
A lovely walk following the Algarve’s Ecovia. We’ll pass by old estates with orange, figs and almond orchards and through the salt pans of Fuzeta, where we are able to appreciate the rich birdlife of the area, in a quiet and tranquil area.
Ascent/Descent: minimal | Approx Km: 17,0 km | Approx Time: 04h30
DAY 8 – Departure
Individual departure (not included)
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 2 pax minimum
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- All transports as outlined in the program, all walks and all visits.
Not Included
- Gratuities for your tour guide are not included in tour fares, are payable at your discretion, and are greatly appreciated.
- Airport transfer
- Private Insurance
- Other meals not outlined in the program
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by BeCool Travel.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Lisbon.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
